by Emily Mosier Slogan-plastered hats. Social media campaigns. A billboard. A 24-hour stakeout on the quad – this year’s SGA election is fierce, and the candidates are all determined to prove their commitment before the ballots go out March 1. The candidates for SGA President, Theo Thoenes and Marcelles Martin, have different ideas of how to run a campaign, including how much money to spend. In addition to speaking with students and visiting campus organizations, Thoenes, a sophomore risk management insurance major from Decatur, Alabama, utilized campaign signs and social…
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Troy University strums up the competition
by Lenora Hollinghead Troy University’s 11th annual Guitar Festival featured ensemble rehearsals, concerts, masterclasses, and artist competitions. Riley Shaffer, a senior music industry major from Andalusia, Alabama, was one of the many students from the John M. Long School of Music who were in attendance. “The Guitar Festival is an opportunity to have young musicians exposed to more complicated music,” Shaffer said. “It is very difficult for one music teacher to be able to expose the kids to everything. “Troy is able to supply all kinds of talent to expose…
Read More‘Whiplash’ – An Artist’s Obsession
by Nathan Braised After watching a performance in my Music Appreciation class, I was immediately prompted to rewatch one of my favorite movies ever: “Whiplash,” a 2014 Damien Chazelle film about a dedicated musician, and the obstacles he faces on his way to fame. In Music Appreciation last week, Professor Frederick let the class experience a throwback video of him covering an incredibly difficult Buddy Rich solo verbatim. An experience is the best way to describe it; it was an excellent display of instrumental mastery that could leave most musicians…
Read MoreWill all the Laura Jean’s please stand up?
by Mackenzie Foster In honor of February, the month of love, it seemed right to bring in a movie that not only involves love, but also has a hint of the real-life struggles and humor that comes with being a young adult. Interested in a romantic comedy with a sisterly bond, a fake dating contract, back pocket turns, a school ski trip, and most importantly: Korean yogurt smoothies? There is one recommendation that comes to mind, and that is “To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before.” Originally, the movie was…
Read MoreNABJ holds annual Apollo Night celebrating Black History Month
by Camille Coney The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) held its annual Apollo Night last Thursday for students, faculty and staff to display their talent and celebrate Black History Month. Catelyn Blackmon, a junior interdisciplinary studies major from Dothan, Alabama, and the president of NABJ, said the group works hard to help Troy students and give back to the community. “NABJ is where the minority of Troy get together as an organization, and we just do things to help us promote us in our career,” Blackmon said. Apollo Night…
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